La Escuelita Arcoiris is a nature-based Spanish immersion pre-school located in the heart of Pittsburgh.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,340
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 1
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
Year Founded
1999
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
79 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%
Average Class Size
13 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,340
Tuition Notes
Monthly tuition costs vary depending on age groups/classrooms.
Summer Program Cost
$350
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer program costs vary on age groups and are 350/per week
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- La Escuelita Arcoiris is a nature-based Spanish immersion pre-school located in the Squirrel Hill. Our mission is to serve young people, their families, and the greater community through a culturally diverse, creative, child-focused learning environment. We provide pedagogical excellence through dynamic, child-centered learning programs using the principles and philosophy of Emergent Curriculum. By providing authentic and diverse educational and cultural experiences, La Escuelita Arcoiris is Pittsburgh's most creative early childhood language immersion program. A five-classroom school involving over 90 familiescomprised of mixed ages preschool and pre-kindergarten classes, after school programs and summer camp.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does La Escuelita Arcoiris cost?
La Escuelita Arcoiris's tuition is approximately $17,340 for private students and $350 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of La Escuelita Arcoiris?
The acceptance rate of La Escuelita Arcoiris is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
Does La Escuelita Arcoiris offer a summer program?
Yes, La Escuelita Arcoiris offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for La Escuelita Arcoiris?
The application deadline for La Escuelita Arcoiris is Mar. 1.
In what neighborhood is La Escuelita Arcoiris located?
La Escuelita Arcoiris is located in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 3 other private schools located in Squirrel Hill South.
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